The Legal Assistant is responsible for providing administrative and client support to the Legal department. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Oversee all phases contract lifecycle management including intake, routing, review, approval, execution, tracking, renewal, and records maintenance Monitor contract status and renewal deadlines to ensure timely execution and compliance Support attorneys in responding to subpoenas and discovery requests Correspond with vendors and counterparties to facilitate contracting Conduct client intakes, coordinate appointments, and maintain confidential client records for PCHS's Legal Services Program Administer workflows related to employee protected leave programs, including tracking requests, documentation, deadlines, required notices, and communications among employees, Human Resources, and supervisors Maintain strict confidentiality regarding attorney-client communications, protected health information, employee records, litigation matters, and other sensitive information Coordinate forms management process including revision, stakeholder review, approval, version control, publication, and maintenance of official corporate documents and templates Perform document proofreading and editing for content and grammar Other duties as assigned Supervisory Responsibilities This position has no direct reports. Qualifications Certificate in Legal Secretary Studies, Paralegal Studies, or related field (preferred) Two to five years of customer service experience (preferred) Benefits and Compensation PCHS offers a wide variety of benefits through a customizable cafeteria plan. In addition to receiving employer-paid basic life and long-term disability insurance, eligible employees can choose between several employer-subsidized health insurance plans and YMCA and Costco memberships. PCHS also offers a 403(b)-retirement plan, pet insurance, and legal and long-term care plans, among others. For pay equity purposes, PCHS calculates salaries based on a wage scale that incorporates a standardized approach to compensation. Accordingly, PCHS does not engage in salary negotiations for non-provider staff.

Compensation:

$22.25 - 31.72•Taking into account education and experience related to the position Skills Must have excellent communication skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team; to receive and respond well to feedback. Possess strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills; time-management and organizational skills, including being punctual, responsive, and efficient. Perform job with professionalism and good judgment. Work Environment and Physical Demands With multiple locations and settings, PCHS' work environment and physical demands vary greatly depending on the employee's role. Essential job functions include the following: The employee is required to talk, hear, see, smell, sit and stand. The employee is frequently required to move around the facility; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is frequently required to lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Employees may be exposed to mechanical parts and moderate noise levels. The employee must possess a personal cell phone and maintain active service to facilitate secure access to workplace systems and applications via multi-factor authentication. Reasonable accommodations may be available to individuals with disabilities to perform their essential job functions. Equal Opportunity Peninsula Community Health Services is an equal opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and does not exclude persons from employment or application for employment from receipt of or participation in programs, activities, services on the grounds of race, color, sex, national origin, age, military status, marital status, religion, the presence of a physical, mental, or sensory disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, victim of domestic violence, sexual assault or stalking, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Vaccination PCHS requires that all employees provide proof of specific vaccinations. All offers are contingent, and your vaccination status will be verified during onboarding. Make a Difference with PCHS Join Peninsula Community Health Services (PCHS) in making a difference in people's lives and the surrounding community every day. PCHS exemplifies a culture of community service that is Patient Driven, Empathetic, and Staff Empowered. We are, a Federally Qualified Health Center supporting access to healthcare services (medical, dental, pharmacy, behavioral health) for Kitsap County, Mason County, and Rural Pierce County. Our Mission PCHS exemplifies a culture of community service. Our patients come from all walks of life. PCHS services are available to our patients without regard for ability to pay. Our Vision PCHS strives to eliminate healthcare disparities in our community. We have medical and dental clinics located throughout Kitsap and Mason and rural Pierce County and a dedicated team working together to create a care plan that's right for you. We also bring that care directly to our patients who can't easily make it into our traditional clinics through our mobile clinics, school-based health centers, and by partnering with our community service agencies to deliver care on their premises. Our Guiding Principle Here at PCHS, our guiding principle is to see and value every person. We believe all patients have the right to be treated with respect and dignity with an acknowledgment that this includes their cultural, social, spiritual, and personal values and beliefs. Our Core Values Every member of PCHS stands by our

Core Values:

Patient driven. Empathetic. Staff Empowered.